Spliced Ash Veneer Sheets for Cabinetry from Japan
Thin ash wood veneer sheets (Fraxinus spp.), sliced, end-jointed, and spliced to form larger panels not exceeding 6mm thick, designed specifically for high-end cabinet doors and furniture surfaces. Classified under HTS 4408.90.01.05 due to being spliced/end-jointed ash wood for veneering or plywood applications. Ideal for creating seamless, book-matched patterns in woodworking.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify species certification as Fraxinus spp. (ash) via CITES documentation if required for protected variants
• Ensure thickness ≤6mm and confirm splicing/end-jointing process to avoid reclassification as finished panels
• Provide mill certificates showing no chemical treatments exceeding natural wood standards